Have you ever been talking to a friend and thought, “This would make a great podcast”? How to start your podcast journey with 11 easy steps to start a podcast on Shopify Added your own tips.
Below are the steps they listed and some ideas I gleaned from reading the article.
1. Identify the theme of your podcast
Make sure you have a solid plan for what your podcast will be about. Think about how you want to stand out and what people want to hear.
2. Decide on the format
There are many ways to format your podcast. Pick something you're comfortable with and passionate about, whether it's interviews, storytelling, news, or education.
3. Create your podcast brand
This may be where the fun begins! Start thinking about other ways to engage with your listeners, such as your name, episode length, and posting schedule.
4. Choose your podcasting equipment
Podcast software prices range from very affordable to very expensive. Choose what works best for you and your budget. Consider USB microphones, filters, and over-ear headphones. Some apps on your phone may also work fine.
5. Get recording software
As mentioned in this article, there are many apps that allow you to edit and publish your recordings.
6. Outline the first episode
The most important takeaway from this section is that your episode should have a great hook at the beginning, one that makes listeners want to tune in and hear what you're about to say. In addition to that, plan ad spots as needed and other sections of the episode depending on the topic.
7. Record a podcast
When recording your episode, make sure you have a room with good sound and no distractions. The article also suggests making a test recording.
8. Record the intro and outro
The most important points when recording these are your name, what the episode covers, and something to confirm if the listener is still interested.
9. Edit your podcast
Add the finishing touches to your episode. Add music and sound effects (as appropriate/necessary) to keep the listener's attention.
10. Decide on hosting your podcast
Rather than uploading files directly to a platform for listeners, choose which sites your episodes go through before being published.
11. Promote your podcast
You did it! To continue this momentum, leverage your website, social media, and other strategies to build your audience.
After reading these, I realized how common it is for people to start their own podcasts, so I asked a few students if they would consider this. Here are their reactions:
- “If I were to start a podcast, it would be about mental health. From my perspective, too many young people are stressed out by things that are out of their control, living in a box, and trying to be a healthy human being. It seems like you don't know how to nurture a relationship. I'm going to name my podcast 'Irieman' because irie means good vibes in Jamaican. I don't think I'll ever be able to start a podcast because I'm too shy. ” – Sachin Dhan, Jr.
- “If I started a podcast, I'd talk about anything and everything that comes to mind. A good name would be something like 'I'm Just a Girl.' Sure, I think I could eventually start a podcast. ” – Angel Bryant, Freshman
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